Today in the News: Santa shot by pellet gun in D.C.

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The Leavenworth Times - Leavenworth, KS

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Posted Dec. 24, 2013 at 6:05 PM

Posted Dec. 24, 2013 at 6:05 PM

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A man dressed as Santa Claus giving away gifts to needy children in Washington, D.C., was shot Tuesday with a pellet gun in the middle of his rounds, according to news reports. Santa wanted to continue the giveaway, but paramedics insisted he go to the hospital — so a person nearby dressed as the Grinch picked up the job. And everyone's heart grew three sizes.

Quote of note

“It takes a big burden off me, it really does. I have a lot of pride so I don’t ask for help. For me it’s a little difficult because I usually help people. But it’s great for the kids.” — Barry Wiener of West Roxbury, Mass., on neighbors helping him and his two severely disabled sons celebrate Christmas by filling his house with gifts.

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